Peak migration is defined by the seasonal window during which about 50% of nocturnal bird migration traffic passes through an area. On a map you can see a wave of peak migration move up from the ...

During migration, they don’t have to sleep much." The birds, however, face threats in flight and on the ground. Habitat loss is a leading cause of bird population decline.

Birds have been flying throughout Michigan's Upper and Lower Peninsulas, as of the map's data for April 23-24. The migration dashboard shows about 440,000 birds flew over Michigan on April 24.

Thousands of birds are expected to take to the skies in coming nights, triggering a migration alert in the Chicago area. According to Birdcast, a website dedicated to tracking migrating birds and ...

Birds vs. storms: how coastal birds adapt to harsh weather during migration. by Fallon Mears. Tue, May 27th 2025 at 7:31 PM. Updated Wed, May 28th 2025 at 8:04 PM. 6. VIEW ALL PHOTOS.

Thousands of birds are expected to migrate over the Chicago area overnight, triggering a “Migration Alert” to help protect the flying travelers. According to BirdCast, a service powered by a ...

It’s not unusual, the migration happens each year as many species leave their southern winter homes. But for the next few days, the weather pattern could lead to a larger influx of birds than ...

Migration season is in full swing, with up to 10 million birds passing through in a single night. Here’s how you can help keep them safe.